
Hectogram
Metric Measurement
A hectogram is part of the metric system, which is used worldwide except in the United States, Liberia, and Myanmar. 
Food Quantities
Hectogram is commonly used to measure food items in small quantities, like cheese or nuts. 
Less Common
While understood in metric countries, 'hectogram' is less common than 'grams' or 'kilograms' in casual conversation. 